Serving 473 students in grades 7-8, Ralston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ralston Middle School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ralston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralston Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#819 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralston Middle School's ranking?
Ralston Middle School is ranked #819 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Ralston Middle School often compared to?
Ralston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Vista Middle School, Millard Central Middle School, Harry Andersen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ralston Middle School?
473 students attend Ralston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ralston Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralston Middle School?
Ralston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralston Middle School offer ?
Ralston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ralston Middle School part of?
Ralston Middle School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Ralston Middle School located?
Ralston Middle School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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